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Göcek Region

Göcek Sailing Holidays

Start your sailing holiday in a destination which is like a magnet for sailors – Göcek. Located in the southwest of Turkey, in the Fethiye district, this small town has six marinas and is surrounded by beautiful beaches, clear blue water and lush pine forests. Get on board of your sailing boat or cruise on one of the original Turkish gulets, and discover numerous hidden coves.

Yacht Charter in Göcek

Charter a yacht in Göcek and explore the adjacent 12 islands, which attract visitors with their unspoilt nature. Göcek can be your starting or ending point on the very popular Blue Cruise along the Turkish riviera. Sail in beautiful natural surroundings, enjoy Turkish delicacies, soak up the sun and get the best of this amazing country!

You can sail here in all seasons due to the Mediterranean climate with hot summers and warm winters. There is almost no clouds or rain in this area.

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Sailing routes - Göcek

Göcek route

7 days
Day 1
Saturday
Göcek – Tersane Adasi (5 NM )
Day 2
Sunday
Tersane Adasi – Kapi Creek (4 NM )
Day 3
Monday
Kapi Creek – Fethiye (13 NM )
Day 4
Tuesday
Fethiye – Ölüdeniz (16 NM )
Day 5
Wednesday
Ölüdeniz – Butterfly Valley (3 NM )
Day 6
Thursday
Butterfly Valley – Göcek (20 NM )
Day 7
Friday
Göcek
Day 1 - Saturday
Göcek – Tersane Adasi
Day 1
Saturday
Göcek – Tersane Adasi (5 NM )
Hop aboard your yacht or gulet in Göcek in the sunny Dalaman region, and head to a big, uninhabited island, Tersane Adasi. There are three small bays on the island, while the northwest one being well-protected. The bay is ideal for families who want to have a swim in crystal-clear waters. Have a meal in a restaurant with a quay. Take a walk and see ruins of abandoned homes.
Day 2
Day 2 - Sunday
Tersane Adasi – Kapi Creek
Day 2
Sunday
Tersane Adasi – Kapi Creek (4 NM )
Just a few miles away is a beautiful bay that sailors love to visit – the Kapi Creek. You can anchor or moor at the restaurant that offers the place for free with a meal. The bay is open to northern winds, so pay attention to those. Go swimming and snorkeling in the blue sea, go hiking up the creek to get an amazing view over the Skopia Limani area, and do not miss the sunset. Take a walk to old Roman buildings on the shore.
Day 3
Day 3 - Monday
Kapi Creek – Fethiye
Day 3
Monday
Kapi Creek – Fethiye (13 NM )
See the ruins of the ancient city of Telmessos, as well as the Fethiye Museum where you can learn about the history and culture of Turkey. Make sure to visit the Old Town where you can do some shopping and get a taste of traditional Turkish cuisine. Take a photo in the colorful “Umbrella Street”, a famous tourist attraction. Pay a visit to the Kizilada Lighthouse where you can eat and sleep. The beaches are located in the Aksazlar Bay, Samanlik Bay and Kuleli, or you can make a trip to Şehit Fethi Bey Parkı, the largest recreation area in the region.
Day 4
Day 4 - Tuesday
Fethiye – Ölüdeniz
Day 4
Tuesday
Fethiye – Ölüdeniz (16 NM )
Ölüdeniz, or the Blue Lagoon, is a small village and beach resort located in a beautiful sheltered bay with a narrow entrance. Enjoy on the pebbled crescent-shaped Blue Flag-certified beach and get a refreshment in beach bars and restaurants. Ölüdeniz, or rather Babadag Mountain, is one of the best and most famous places to paraglide due to breathtaking panoramic views and stable weather conditions. Continue your active holiday by scuba diving in crystal-clear turquoise water, stand-up paddling, parasailing or cycling. Walk at the promenade and experience an amazing sunset after which you can go souvenir shopping. If you prefer accommodation on land, there are all-inclusive resorts, hotels and private accommodation at your service.
Day 5
Day 5 - Wednesday
Ölüdeniz – Butterfly Valley
Day 5
Wednesday
Ölüdeniz – Butterfly Valley (3 NM )
The Butterfly Valley is home to numerous butterfly species. It is an ecotourism attraction and a national preservation area which means the area is practically untouched and perfect for spending a relaxed day in nature. The bay offers a great anchorage and perfectly clear waters for swimming, while the beach is perfect for sunbathing. There are no facilities here except a small self-service restaurant offering Mediterranean cuisine. Explore the surroundings of the bay and think about sleeping on land in a tent.
Day 6
Day 6 - Thursday
Butterfly Valley – Göcek
Day 6
Thursday
Butterfly Valley – Göcek (20 NM )
Make your way towards Göcek, a natural harbor in a beautiful bay with several marinas well-protected from winds, thus being a popular destination with yachtsmen. Choose any of the 12 islands near Göcek on your way back as a swim stop. Göcek is a Registered Area of Special Protection with laws prohibiting high-rising houses, so you will be able to see low houses with lovely gardens surrounding them. There are also ancient ruins of Kalimce where you can learn about the history of the city. Enjoy the city’s relaxed atmosphere and spend some time on beautiful beaches in D-Resort Göcek, Sarigerme and Izluzu. If you are looking for an adventure, you can opt for some watersports.
Day 7
Day 7 - Friday
Göcek
Day 7
Friday
Göcek
Since Göcek is a perfect starting and ending destination of the Blue Cruise, your last day will be reserved for exploring the city and the surrounding lush green area. Have a taste of traditional Turkish breakfast (fruit, vegetables, sweet and savory pastry) and coffee, and have lunch in a seafood restaurant. Do some souvenir shopping and come back home with memories of your amazing sailing holiday.

Best time to sail

April - October

Number of boat bases

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Closest airports

Dalaman (DLM), Antalya (AYT), Milas-Bodrum (BJV)

Currency

Turkish Lira (TRY)

Languages spoken

Turkish

Tips

Inlice Beach, The 12 Islands, Katranci Bay

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